No restrictions or requirements: 6 countries whose borders remain open for most travelers

The declaration of the pandemic and the containment meant that the movements had to be a postponed activity for millions of people around the world Yes The Argentines were no exception. However, the desire to go on a trip is more present than ever. The vast majority of Argentines intend to travel in 2021.

Despite the uncertainty caused by the pandemic, Argentinians continue to look for different ways to disconnect and enjoy new experiences, and traveling is one way to do it. The tourism industry has had to rethink the supply of services and the way they are offered, taking into account the current context and the new demands of travelers, where security and flexibility are paramount.

According to a survey conducted by IPSOS in order to Airbnb in Argentina, More than 60% of Argentines surveyed intend to travel in 2021. Only 39% do not plan to travel or are unsure if they will do so in 2021. 10% have already booked at least one trip, 22% are planning a trip for 2021 and 28% are planning to travel this year, but have not started planning.

When booking a trip, the metasearch engine for online travel KAYAK recommend stay informed of the health policies in force in each destination. “It is important in these dynamic and changing times to know the travel restrictions and health recommendations in each city and country, and that these may change from moment to moment,” he says. Gabriel Weitz, business travel specialist. For it, The metasearch engine has provided an essential tool for planning a trip to this “new normal”: the Interactive map of travel restrictions.

6 countries whose borders remain open for most travelers

Albania

4.5 active COVID-19 cases for each 100,000 people.

the 0.21% citizens have been vaccinated.

Most travelers from Argentina will be able to enter Albania without restrictions.

They can be made filtered at entry points.

Travelers from Argentina do not have to show a negative result of a PCR test or COVID-19 antigen test upon arrival in Albania, but they must remain in quarantine.

The use of mask this recommended in closed spaces and public transport.

Costa Rica

1,693.3 cases of COVID-19 active per 100,000 people.

the 8.85% citizens have been vaccinated.

Most travelers from Argentina will be able to enter Costa Rica without restrictions.

Tourists must buy a compulsory travel insurance which covers accommodation in the event of quarantine, as well as medical expenses for contracting COVID-19.

Travelers from Argentina do not have to show a negative result of a PCR test or COVID-19 antigen test upon arrival in Costa Rica, but they must remain in quarantine.

The use of a mask is compulsory in public transport.

Turks and Caicos Islands

77.8 cases of COVID-19 active per 100,000 people.

the 36.93% citizens have been vaccinated.

Most travelers from Argentina will be able to enter the Turks and Caicos Islands without restrictions.

Travelers must have current health insurance with coverage for COVID-19 (medical expenses, hospitalization, consultations, prescriptions, helicopter ambulance) and present the document proving the insurance in the pre-trip authorization form.

Travelers from Argentina do not have to show a negative result of a PCR test or COVID-19 antigen test upon arrival in the Turks and Caicos Islands, but they must remain in quarantine.

The use of a mask is compulsory in public placess.

Maldives

1,960.8 cases of COVID-19 active per 100,000 people.

the 53.45% citizens have been vaccinated.

Most travelers from Argentina will be able to enter the Maldives without restrictions.

Travelers arriving in the Maldives must complete a traveler’s health declaration form 24 hours before departure to and from the Maldives. All travelers and crews must complete a immigration arrival card. Travelers coming to the Maldives as tourists should submit a hotel reservation confirmation throughout the trip in approved tourist establishments and undergo a medical evaluation. Visitors are advised to install the contact locator app Trace Ekee before or upon arrival in the country.

Travelers from Argentina they do not have to present the negative result from a PCR or COVID-19 antigen test nor stay in quarantine upon your arrival in the Maldives.

The use of a mask is Mandatory in closed spaces and public transport.

Mexico

240.6 cases of COVID-19 active per 100,000 people.

the 9.28% citizens have been vaccinated.

Most travelers from Argentina will be able to enter Mexico without restrictions.

Mexico does not impose entry restrictions on air travel, but travelers from countries affected by COVID-19 will be screened and quarantined if necessary.

Travelers from Argentina they do not have to present the negative result PCR or COVID-19 antigen test upon arrival in Mexico.

The use of a mask is Mandatory in public places.

Dominican Republic

546.7 cases of COVID-19 active per 100,000 people.

the 8.39% citizens have been vaccinated.

Most travelers from Argentina will be able to enter the Dominican Republic without restrictions.

Travelers must complete and submit a passenger health certificate, where they say they haven’t noticed any symptoms related to COVID-19 in the previous 72 hours and where they provide contact information for the next 30 days.

Travelers from Argentina do not have to show a negative result of a PCR test or COVID-19 antigen test upon arrival in the Dominican Republic, but they must remain in quarantine.

The use of a mask is Mandatory in public places.

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